The Diplomat
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called for stricter controls on alumina exports to Russia. Ireland has already launched an investigation into a plant owned by the Rusal company.
The first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations will be opened on June 15. Member states are preparing a mechanism for obtaining membership benefits prior to the completion of procedures.
Kaja Kallas announced the expansion of the EU sanctions list by 80 new items. The restrictions will target the Russian military-industrial complex, propagandists, and Iran.
As part of Operation IRINI, the EU has begun boarding vessels of Russia's shadow fleet. Kaja Kallas stated that this will reduce Russia's revenues for waging war.
Ukraine is expected to receive the first payment from the 90-billion-euro loan as early as this month. The funds, amounting to 5.9 billion euros, will be directed toward the procurement of drones.
Nikol Pashinyan denied the existence of tension in relations with Russia. He emphasized the institutional framework and close ties with Putin.
The US denied visas to some of the Iranian national team staff and mandated that players arrive only on the day of the match. The State Department explained the restrictions as security measures.
The Pylyp Orlyk Institute for Democracy held an essay competition on the expulsion of the Russian Federation from the UN as part of the #unrussiaUN initiative. Fourteen of the best participants reached the final of the competition.
The widow of former French President Jacques Chirac has died at the age of 93, surrounded by her family. She was the only First Lady to hold her own political office.
Putin claimed the complete seizure of the Luhansk region and 85% of the Donetsk region. He demands "long-term agreements and the resolution of war objectives through negotiations."
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that Zelenskyy's appeal is a chance for the Russian leadership to end the war through diplomatic means.
The government is simplifying the return of youth from occupation who lack documents in the registries. Identity certificates can be issued free of charge through designated diplomatic missions.
Kyslytsya called Putin's proposals to involve Schröder in negotiations trolling. He pointed to the burnout and critical health condition of the 82-year-old politician.
Zelenskyy's letter to Putin will be distributed at the UN, OSCE, and Council of Europe. The President proposes that the Russian dictator set a date and hold a meeting.
Peskov confirmed receipt of Zelenskyy's letter proposing a meeting. Putin will review it later, and he is being invited to Moscow for negotiations.
Cyprus has begun preparations for opening the first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations. Sybiha noted Hungary's constructive role in the process.
The FRG lost to Portugal and Austria in the vote for a seat on the UN Security Council. Johann Wadephul linked this to the support for Ukraine and Israel, as well as Russian lobbying.
Hungary has lifted its veto on EU accession negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova, which are set to launch on June 15. Budapest has set conditions regarding the rights of the Hungarian minority.
A deal with Iran could reduce regional tensions without changing the country's political regime. The document would restore shipping but will not resolve key contradictions.
A person was killed and dozens were injured as a result of the Iranian attack on the airport and diplomatic missions of Kuwait. The US called the incident a deliberate attack by Tehran.
The UN General Assembly has elected Austria, Portugal, and three other countries to the Security Council. The new members will begin their two-year term on January 1, 2027.
The Cyprus Presidency has begun preparations for opening the first cluster of negotiations on the accession of Ukraine and Moldova to the EU. This decision is a strategic priority for the bloc.
Canadian diplomats visited Caracas to assess the state of the embassy. Mark Carney's government is considering restoring presence and investing in resource extraction.
Hungary is ready to unblock the start of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations on June 15. The parties have made progress on the issue of national minority rights.
The package includes restrictions against oil revenues, banks, and the Russian shadow fleet. The EU plans to fix the price of Russian oil at $44.
The President of the European Council called EU expansion to the Western Balkans a realistic scenario. Leaders of the region will meet at a summit in Montenegro this Friday.
The Trump administration will reduce the number of diplomatic missions in Africa providing visa services to 20. The changes will take effect in June following a decision by Marco Rubio.
Bartosz Cichocki returned the order due to the naming of a UAF unit after the Heroes of the UPA. In Poland, this decision was called troubling for bilateral relations.
Andrii Sybiha presented a step-by-step plan for the reform of the OSCE and the IAEA. The Minister called Russia's veto power in the UN Security Council the main threat to global security.
Beijing sent ships to Taiwan due to Japan-Philippines border negotiations. China considers these actions illegal and is tightening control in the region.